How To Get A Perfect Smile For The Holidays
Now that December has arrived, we know that many of our patients are busy preparing for festivities and events during the holiday season. There is no better time to learn how to improve your smile before your upcoming holiday events. We offer a number of cosmetic dentistry treatments that can bring about any change you would like to see in your smile, but two in particular can improve the appearance of your front teeth. Read on to learn more about porcelain veneers and dental bonding.
What is the Difference Between Porcelain Veneers and Bonding?
Are you unhappy with the appearance of your front teeth and would like to make an improvement? Front teeth are visible at all times when you speak and smile, and it is not uncommon for patients to express a desire to improve imperfections such as severe discoloration, cracks, chips, or gaps between teeth. While we offer many cosmetic dental treatments, there are two that are wonderful options for these issues: porcelain veneers and bonding. Each one has its own benefits:
Porcelain Veneers
This treatment is often used to improve the appearance of the front or visible teeth. Porcelain veneers are thin shells that are permanently placed over the front of the teeth. You can choose to have one veneer or multiple veneers to give your smile a uniform look. More than one appointment is needed for veneers. Although a more expensive option, veneers are durable and can last for many years when cared for properly. Patients love veneers because they resist staining and can be cleaned the same way as your natural teeth.
Bonding
This option is often used as an alternative to porcelain veneers. The biggest benefit of this treatment is that it can be completed in one office visit. If you would like to improve your smile in time for upcoming holiday events, this treatment will guarantee that it can happen. This treatment uses a composite material that is matched to your natural teeth and then attached to the damaged area of the tooth. Next, the material is sculpted, smoothed, and polished to perfection. Bonding provides a beautiful finished look and is more cost effective than veneers but not as durable.
Choosing either option will give you beautiful results that will blend in with your natural teeth. If you are interested in learning more about dental bonding and porcelain veneers, please contact our office, which is located in Kewaskum, WI. We are more than happy to discuss which option will best fit your needs at your next appointment.